Beschreibung

Victoria, 1837-1901. Silver Medal 1885, 61.39 g. Centenary of The Times. By Strongi'th'arm. Busts, conjoined and draped, of the Walter family: John Sr., John Jr. and John III. Rv. Clockface upon an open book, inscribed THE TIMES, over a wreath. CENTENARY CELEBRATION BEARWOOD 1885. Plain edge. 44.6 mm. Eimer 1712. BHM 3202. Vorzüglich / Extremely Fine. Feine Patina / Nicely toned.

From the auction Gerhard Hirsch Nachf. 224, Munich, November 2002, lot 1881.

The portraits represent three generations of the Walters family, the owners of The Times, and all are named John Walters - the founder (1739-1812), his second son (1776-1847) and the latter's eldest son (1818-1894). Bearwood was the family home in Wokingham, Berkshire and now houses Reddam House School.